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礼泉县2024～2025学年度第二学期期中质量调研高二英语试题
注意事项：
1. 本试题共10页，满分150分，时间120分钟。
2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和准考证号填写在答题卡上。
3. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
4. 考试结束后，监考员将答题卡按顺序收回，装袋整理；试题不回收。
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What does the man think of the concert
A. Successful. B. Meaningful. C. Disappointing.
2. How will the woman go to Melbourne
A. By car. B. By air. C. By train.
3. When did Tim arrive at the cinema
A. At 3:00 p. m. B. At 3:30 p. m. C. At 4:00 p. m.
4. What should the man do at first
A. He should ask about the apartment on the phone.
B. He should read the advertisements for apartments in the newspaper.
C. He should phone and make an appointment.
5. What does the man mean
A. He is expecting a fresh start.
B. He is reading a new chapter of a book.
C. He is going to find a new job in the city.
第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why does the man talk to Jennifer
A. To apologize. B. To ask for help. C. To talk about his club.
7. What are the art students busy doing at the moment
A. Drawing posters for a big exhibition.
B. Designing advertisements for the school.
C. Making preparations for a drawing competition.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why didn’t the man put the piano in the extra bedroom
A. The living room is a better place.
B. The bedroom is too small to hold it.
C. The doorway is too narrow to get it through.
9. What are the speakers going to do tonight
A. Eat out. B. Buy clothes. C. Do some cleaning.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What is the woman doing
A. Giving a lecture. B. Hosting a program. C. Chairing a meeting.
11. What made Robert want to become an astronomer
A. His parents’ encouragement.
B. His experiences in big cities.
C. His curiosity about the stars.
12. Why does Robert put forward the suggestion
A. To reduce light pollution.
B. To keep the ground clean.
C. To cut energy consumption.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13 What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Husband and wife.
14. Why does the woman skip dinners
A. To look good. B. To keep healthy. C. To avoid hotness.
15. What does the man think of skipping meals
A. Unpopular. B. Risky. C. Necessary.
16. What will the woman do next
A. Buy weight-loss products. B. Consult a dietitian.
C. Have dinner every day.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where will the activity be held
A. In a park. B. In a school. C. In a lab.
18. What role will the students play in the activity
A. Planners. B. Experts. C. Volunteers.
19. Which of the following is advised to be brought to the activity
A. Some trees. B. Some raincoats. C. Some tools.
20. Who are allowed to join in the activity together with the students
A. Their parents. B. Their friends. C. Their teachers.
第二部分：阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Are you in need of a culture fix Here are three must-see art exhibitions in London, from explorations of architecture and freedom to new perspectives of Michelangelo.
A Different Green
Emerging solo artist Bella Hoare’s first solo exhibition at South Bank, London, A Different Green focuses on over 20 works that connect the beauty of the female form with references to nature. Hoare is deeply buried in the natural world, living and working among forested landscapes. Her distinctive style of painting creates complex multilayered works.
Themes of renewal and hope are outstanding in the exhibition, exploring the human potential for closeness with the natural world.
Carvalho Park Exhibition
This year, the New York-based art gallery, Carvalho Park, will hold its first exhibition in the UK, taking place in participation with Frieze No 9 Cork Street in London. This group exhibition displays works from some Danish artists.
Carvalho Park grew out of its directors’ backgrounds in performing arts and architecture, resulting in a gallery that focuses on sculpture, installation and performance. Likewise, the exhibition at Frieze No 9 Cork Street combines sculpture, painting, assemblage and collage (组合和拼贴画) to explore the natural world.
Michelangelo: the Last Decades
A new exhibition at the British Museum will explore Michelangelo beyond the most famous works of his youth.
The exhibition focuses on how Michelangelo’s art and faith evolved. Works from the British Museum’s collection of Michelangelo’s drawings will be shown for the first time in nearly two decades. Alongside his art, a selection of his poems, letters and designs will also be exhibited, revealing an insight into the man behind the masterpieces.
1. What does Bella Hoare’s exhibition highlight
A. The evolution of humans.
B. The development of complex architecture.
C. The difference between females and males.
D. The connection between humans and nature.
2. What do we know about Carvalho Park Exhibition
A. It features Danish works. B. It includes British sculptures.
C. It is the first one in New York. D. It is based on the UK-based art gallery.
3. Which of the following does the exhibition at the British Museum explore
A. Bella Hoare’s poems. B. Carvalho Park’s designs.
C. Michelangelo’s art evolution. D. Frieze No 9 Cork Street’s architecture.
B
The cold northern wind here in the streets of Petersburg strengthens my nerves and fills me with delight. I cannot think of the Pole as cold and empty; in my imagination it is a region of beauty and delight. Who knows what strange landscapes and creatures we may find there I shall satisfy my curiosity with the sight of an unknown part of the world, and walk where no man has before. Thinking of it, I feel the same joy a child feels when he sails his little boat on a voyage of discovery up his native river.
This voyage was the favorite dream of my early years. My education was neglected, yet I was passionately fond of reading. Uncle Thomas’s library contained only books about exploration, which I read day and night. Finally, my thoughts come to the idea of making a voyage of discovery.
Six years have passed since I decided on the present voyage. I can, even now, remember the hour when I committed myself to this great enterprise. I began by making my body used to hardship. I went on whale hunting voyages to the North Sea; I voluntarily endured cold, hunger, thirst, and lack of sleep. I often worked harder than the common sailors during the day. Then, at nights, I studied mathematics, the theory of medicine, and sciences of practical importance for a sea-going adventurer. Twice I took jobs as an officer on a Greenland whaling ship. I felt a little proud when my captain asked me to remain with the ship, so valuable did he consider my services. And now, do I not deserve to achieve some great task My life might have been passed in ease and comfort, but I preferred glory to every pleasure that wealth placed in my path.
4. What does the author think of the Pole
A. It reminds him of his childhood.
B. It must be a region full of surprises.
C. It would fulfil his dream of being an adventurer.
D. It’s too cold a destination with almost nothing.
5. What does the bold-lettered word “enterprise” in the last paragraph mean
A. career. B. adventure. C. business. D. service.
6. To realize his childhood dream, the author got .
A. physically prepared by experiencing great suffering
B. spiritually prepared by gaining his captain’s recognition
C. academically prepared by reading books on exploration
D. financially prepared by serving on a whale hunting ship
7. According to the text, the author is definitely a person full of .
A. courage B. fancy C. pride D. perseverance
C
Imagine finding yourself in a spoken word event (also known as performance poetry). You’re attracted by the performer on stage as he conveys his deepest thoughts to the room:
Today I bought you flowers,
How strange meanings can change,
What was once a symbol of joy is now one of pain,
A universal language for when you don’t know what to say.
The crowd is attentive but far from silent. Throughout the performance, you hear clapping and cheers, expressing approval of specific lines. And then the poem ends with thunderous applause and the poet returns to his seat. The performance has ended, but its energy continues to exist throughout the night.
Spoken word events are far from your standard poetry reading. Many people today think of poetry as a silent, individual act but it actually started as an oral tradition. Before mass literacy, poems and stories were shared verbally and performed to the public. In modern times, mass media provided audiences with alternative means of entertainment and the art of storytelling declined. The recent and increasing popularity of the spoken word is poetry returning to its oral roots.
The spoken word helps people achieve healing and emotional balance. It shares many benefits with written poetry, including helping us organize our thoughts, process our emotions and promote self-reflection. However, it’s not just the sharing of poetry that is healing. It’s the connections that form between the audience and the poet. This adds to the degree of social connection, which is central to the essence of spoken word poetry. Poets can freely be themselves without fear of judgment. Audience members who relate to the poet’s words also feel healing. Hearing someone who shares your feelings or experiences can make you feel less alone and more connected.
The spoken word is an unbelievably accessible art form. There are very few rules, and the form is interpreted fairly broadly. As long as you are performing an original piece which doesn’t include any offensive content, it will be accepted at a spoken word event.
8. Why is a spoken word performance described in the first paragraph
A. To explain the process of a spoken word event. B. To catch readers’ interest in the spoken word.
C. To emphasize the value of spoken word poetry. D. To encourage audience involvement in the event.
9. What’s the core of spoken word poetry according to the passage
A. The sharing of individual poems among performers.
B. The same feelings and experiences connecting people.
C. The promotion of self-reflection and emotional balance.
D. The extent of relationships between the poets and audience.
10. Based on the last paragraph, who will be welcome to perform spoken word events
A. Every individual with published work. B. Professional poets with published work.
C. Every individual with inoffensive original work. D. Professional poets with inoffensive original work.
11. What can be the best title of the passage
A. Spoken Word: More Than Just Poetry. B. Spoken Word: A New Trend in Performances.
C. Spoken Word: The Practice of Reading Aloud. D. Spoken Word: The Rising Appeal of Storytelling.
D
About 62m tonnes of electrical items ranging from computers to mobile phones, were abandoned globally in 2022. Typically, these electrical wastes are either burnt or treated with chemicals, like strong acids, to recover metals.
As these processes produce huge amounts of greenhouse gases and have poisonous by-products that are difficult to clear up, companies are developing a number of cleaner recycling methods. One of the most promising approaches turns to bacteria for help.
Bioleaching, as this process is called, is an old idea: more than 2,000 years ago, the water in copper mines was noticed to turn blue. It was not until the 1950s, though, after bacteria were found to be responsible for the phenomenon, that the process was commercialized to recover leftover material in the liquid.
When used outdoors, the process, though effective, can take months and is not very efficient. Contained within a modern processing plant, however, bioleaching can be sped up. The trick, according to Bioscope Technologies, an urban-mining company building a bioleaching plant in Cambridge, England, is to keep the bacteria in their preferred conditions that include a carefully controlled acidic environment, a warm temperature below 50℃ and a good supply of oxygen in their breeding tanks. Once these bacteria are mixed with the crushed electrical items in a reactor, they digest the metals within a day or two. Having done their stuff, the bacteria are moved to another breeding tank before being used again.
The resulting liquid is then treated in a number of ways to recover the metals. Gold quickly sinks to the bottom with the addition of a little water. An electric current passed through the liquid recovers copper in a manner similar to electroplating.
The process is capable of recovering almost all of the gold, silver, copper and palladium from the crushed electrical items, although the exact amount depends on the type of the items being recycled. PCBs from servers and telecoms equipment tend to contain the most precious metals, household appliances less so. The recovered gold and other metals are pure enough to be used again in electronics.
12. What is the third paragraph mainly about
A. The development of bioleaching. B. Problems with traditional methods.
C. Varieties of recycling approaches. D. The accidental discovery of bacteria.
13. Which of the following can help speed up bioleaching
A. Keeping the temperature constant. B. Leaving the breeding tank outdoors.
C. Putting more oxygen in the reactor. D. Creating a very acidic environment.
14. During bioleaching, the electroplating-like method is used to recover ______.
A. gold B. silver C. palladium D. copper
15. What can be learned from the last paragraph
A. PCBs contain the most precious metals. B. The recovered metals can be very pure.
C. Different items should be separated first. D. Household appliances should not be recycled.
第二节（共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Adopt a Healthier Lifestyle
Here are some of our tips to adopt a healthier lifestyle.
Make smart food choices.
It will be best if you eat healthily. Diet is a key part of a healthy lifestyle improvement. It’s not tough to have a healthy diet. ___16___
Get into the habit of exercising.
Complicated exercises should frighten you if you are not used to them. Instead, you can try to walk. ___17___ Your cardiovascular (心血管的) health will significantly benefit from this.
Increase your water intake.
Water is an essential part of everyone’s life. ___18___ The amount of water we should drink each day varies greatly based on what each person believes is the right amount. Still, many people believe two liters are best to maintain health.
___19___
Healthy mental and physical functions depend on a good night’s sleep. Relaxation such as yoga and meditation (冥想) can be beneficial if you have difficulty sleeping. Another option is to eat a snack before bed that will put your mind and body in a sleepy mode. Writing down any worries you have on paper will ease your anxiety. Enjoy a sound sleep to live with a good body and mind.
___20___ You are not likely to accomplish your aim by making sudden changes. By achieving smaller goals, you will progress in the right direction. You will gain a healthy lifestyle by making steady progress rather than huge changes all at once.
A. Take a bath after supper.
B. Quick walking for 30-60 minutes will increase your heart rate.
C. Our bodies need to have water, as they rely on it for almost everything.
D. There are many food variations and recipes you can select.
E. If time is short, have your meals prepared in advance.
F. It helps if you sleep well.
G. It would be helpful for you if you began your pursue for a healthy lifestyle now.
第三部分：语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In a small town lived a 15-year-old boy named Ben, who was interested in the secrets of nature. One day, while ___21___ the latest issue of National Geographic, he was greatly ___22___ by a story about a hidden cave (山洞) in a mountain, which was said to be filled with ___23___ rock formations, as their patterns and colors had never been seen by geologists before.
The story attracted Ben so much that he organized a small team with his friends to find a similar cave nearby. They spent weeks ___24___ the local area, studying maps and asking the elders for legends (传说) about hidden caves. Then they set off to the mountain in their town with ___25___ like flashlights, ropes, and first-aid kits.
Upon ___26___, they faced many challenges, including thick underbrush and strange noises which ___27___ them at times. After days of tireless efforts, they finally ___28___ a cave and entered it with ___29___, not knowing what was waiting for them. As they went deeper, they ____30____ the cave was more dangerous than they had expected. However, they used their knowledge and the tools to ____31____ the difficulties.
After a long time, they finally made an ____32____ discovery. They found a small pool, around which were some unusual plants shining in the dark. They ____33____ took samples (样本) and showed them to the local science museum when they came back, which ____34____ the museum workers. They praised the young team for their courage and curiosity.
Now, Ben and his friends are planning their next adventure, ____35____ to explore more of nature’s secrets.
21. A. contributing to B. looking through C. picking out D. searching for
22. A. harmed B. moved C. inspired D. confused
23. A. hard B. similar C. rough D. strange
24. A. exploring B. recording C. managing D. decorating
25. A. necessities B. advice C. gifts D. experience
26. A. graduation B. requirement C. arrival D. reflection
27. A. comforted B. encouraged C. attacked D. frightened
28. A. remembered B. spotted C. imagined D. created
29. A. confidence B. patience C. excitement D. contentment
30. A. realized B. heard C. explained D. recalled
31. A. oversee B. avoid C. present D. overcome
32. A. unrecognized B. unbearable C. unbelievable D. unaffected
33. A. freely B. carefully C. secretly D. awkwardly
34. A. impressed B. concerned C. alarmed D. reminded
35. A. hesitant B. anxious C. thankful D. afraid
第二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
As a traditional Chinese art form dating back ___36___the Ming Dynasty, Qinqiang Opera has recently regained popularity through both online and offline platforms. The An Wan Qinqiang Opera troupe’s performance in Lanzhou, Gansu province, attracted tens of thousands of ___37___(fan),proving its timeless charm across ages.
___38___(recognize) as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2006, Qinqiang Opera features intense rhythms and high-pitched(很高的)singing performed in Shaanxi dialect. ___39___(traditional) accompanied by percussion instruments like drums and cymbals, it presents historical and legendary stories through vibrant costumes and bold makeup.
While once mainly popular among older audiences, ___40___ art form now attracts younger enthusiasts. During recent performances, many children and teenagers joined middle-aged fans in the crowd. A father surnamed Li brought his fifth-grade son ___41___(experience) this cultural treasure, saying “I want him to understand our heritage.”
The troupe’s online success has been achieved impressively. So far, their January 8 performance ___42___(receive) over 2 million views on Kuaishou. Social media statistics reveal that 300,000 of their 1.2 million followers ___43___(born) after 1990. An Wan, ___44___is the troupe leader, expressed delight at seeing growing youth interest.
This cultural revival(复兴)shows how traditional arts can maintain their essence(本质)while adapting to modern platforms, _____45_____(ensure) their survival in the digital age.
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 你校为庆祝“世界诗歌日(World Poetry Day)”举办了一系列关于诗歌的活动。请你为校英语报写一篇报道，内容包括：
1．活动目的；
2．活动内容；
3．活动反响。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Activities for World Poetry Day
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第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Near my home, there exists a charming little lake, equipped with a long walking path that winds its way gracefully around the water’s edge. When my kid, Tony, was young, we often drove there a few times a week. We liked to walk on the path. We could breathe fresh air and enjoy the beauty of nature.
One Autumn day, as we arrived at our usual destination, I couldn’t help but notice that the path, which had always been a source of such delight, was looking rather dirty. There was a lot of ugly trash on the path. It was obviously left by some walkers. And that made the lake lose its charm. When we started walking, after just a short while, we saw another piece of trash spoiling the nice view. Then Tony said that we could pick up the trash and make the lake a little cleaner. I agreed and so we bent down, picked up the trash, and put it in a bag. Before we made our way back to the car, I looked at the nearly full trash bag, and then I walked over to a nearby trash can to empty it. We didn’t pay much attention to that behavior after we returned. And our lives were the same as before.
One Thursday, when Tony came back from school, he told me that his school expected all the students to do something meaningful around them. And he asked me what he could do and what was a meaningful thing. Until that time, I just didn’t recall the park. So we were seeking things to do in the following days.
That weekend, we drove to the park with the intention of unwinding and having a pleasant time. We saw many children playing there and Tony said that he would join them later. As we drew closer to the walk path that encircles the charming lake, we noticed some scattered trash here and there. At that moment, I thought of Tony’s assignment and then a sudden inspiration struck me.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I told Tony I knew what meaningful thing he could do.
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Seeing our efforts, more people joined us.
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礼泉县2024～2025学年度第二学期期中质量调研高二英语试题
注意事项：
1. 本试题共10页，满分150分，时间120分钟。
2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和准考证号填写在答题卡上。
3. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
4. 考试结束后，监考员将答题卡按顺序收回，装袋整理；试题不回收。
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What does the man think of the concert
A. Successful. B. Meaningful. C. Disappointing.
2. How will the woman go to Melbourne
A. By car. B. By air. C. By train.
3. When did Tim arrive at the cinema
A. At 3:00 p. m. B. At 3:30 p. m. C. At 4:00 p. m.
4. What should the man do at first
A. He should ask about the apartment on the phone.
B. He should read the advertisements for apartments in the newspaper.
C. He should phone and make an appointment.
5. What does the man mean
A. He is expecting a fresh start.
B. He is reading a new chapter of a book.
C. He is going to find a new job in the city.
第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why does the man talk to Jennifer
A. To apologize. B. To ask for help. C. To talk about his club.
7. What are the art students busy doing at the moment
A. Drawing posters for a big exhibition.
B. Designing advertisements for the school.
C. Making preparations for a drawing competition.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why didn’t the man put the piano in the extra bedroom
A. The living room is a better place.
B. The bedroom is too small to hold it.
C. The doorway is too narrow to get it through.
9. What are the speakers going to do tonight
A. Eat out. B. Buy clothes. C. Do some cleaning.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What is the woman doing
A. Giving a lecture. B. Hosting a program. C. Chairing a meeting.
11. What made Robert want to become an astronomer
A. His parents’ encouragement.
B. His experiences in big cities.
C. His curiosity about the stars.
12. Why does Robert put forward the suggestion
A. To reduce light pollution.
B. To keep the ground clean.
C. To cut energy consumption.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13 What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Husband and wife.
14. Why does the woman skip dinners
A. To look good. B. To keep healthy. C. To avoid hotness.
15. What does the man think of skipping meals
A. Unpopular. B. Risky. C. Necessary.
16. What will the woman do next
A. Buy weight-loss products. B. Consult a dietitian.
C. Have dinner every day.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where will the activity be held
A. In a park. B. In a school. C. In a lab.
18. What role will the students play in the activity
A. Planners. B. Experts. C. Volunteers.
19. Which of the following is advised to be brought to the activity
A. Some trees. B. Some raincoats. C. Some tools.
20. Who are allowed to join in the activity together with the students
A. Their parents. B. Their friends. C. Their teachers.
第二部分：阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Are you in need of a culture fix Here are three must-see art exhibitions in London, from explorations of architecture and freedom to new perspectives of Michelangelo.
A Different Green
Emerging solo artist Bella Hoare’s first solo exhibition at South Bank, London, A Different Green focuses on over 20 works that connect the beauty of the female form with references to nature. Hoare is deeply buried in the natural world, living and working among forested landscapes. Her distinctive style of painting creates complex multilayered works.
Themes of renewal and hope are outstanding in the exhibition, exploring the human potential for closeness with the natural world.
Carvalho Park Exhibition
This year, the New York-based art gallery, Carvalho Park, will hold its first exhibition in the UK, taking place in participation with Frieze No 9 Cork Street in London. This group exhibition displays works from some Danish artists.
Carvalho Park grew out of its directors’ backgrounds in performing arts and architecture, resulting in a gallery that focuses on sculpture, installation and performance. Likewise, the exhibition at Frieze No 9 Cork Street combines sculpture, painting, assemblage and collage (组合和拼贴画) to explore the natural world.
Michelangelo: the Last Decades
A new exhibition at the British Museum will explore Michelangelo beyond the most famous works of his youth.
The exhibition focuses on how Michelangelo’s art and faith evolved. Works from the British Museum’s collection of Michelangelo’s drawings will be shown for the first time in nearly two decades. Alongside his art, a selection of his poems, letters and designs will also be exhibited, revealing an insight into the man behind the masterpieces.
1. What does Bella Hoare’s exhibition highlight
A. The evolution of humans.
B. The development of complex architecture.
C. The difference between females and males.
D. The connection between humans and nature.
2. What do we know about Carvalho Park Exhibition
A. It features Danish works. B. It includes British sculptures.
C. It is the first one in New York. D. It is based on the UK-based art gallery.
3. Which of the following does the exhibition at the British Museum explore
A. Bella Hoare’s poems. B. Carvalho Park’s designs.
C. Michelangelo’s art evolution. D. Frieze No 9 Cork Street’s architecture.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. C
B
The cold northern wind here in the streets of Petersburg strengthens my nerves and fills me with delight. I cannot think of the Pole as cold and empty; in my imagination it is a region of beauty and delight. Who knows what strange landscapes and creatures we may find there I shall satisfy my curiosity with the sight of an unknown part of the world, and walk where no man has before. Thinking of it, I feel the same joy a child feels when he sails his little boat on a voyage of discovery up his native river.
This voyage was the favorite dream of my early years. My education was neglected, yet I was passionately fond of reading. Uncle Thomas’s library contained only books about exploration, which I read day and night. Finally, my thoughts come to the idea of making a voyage of discovery.
Six years have passed since I decided on the present voyage. I can, even now, remember the hour when I committed myself to this great enterprise. I began by making my body used to hardship. I went on whale hunting voyages to the North Sea; I voluntarily endured cold, hunger, thirst, and lack of sleep. I often worked harder than the common sailors during the day. Then, at nights, I studied mathematics, the theory of medicine, and sciences of practical importance for a sea-going adventurer. Twice I took jobs as an officer on a Greenland whaling ship. I felt a little proud when my captain asked me to remain with the ship, so valuable did he consider my services. And now, do I not deserve to achieve some great task My life might have been passed in ease and comfort, but I preferred glory to every pleasure that wealth placed in my path.
4. What does the author think of the Pole
A. It reminds him of his childhood.
B. It must be a region full of surprises.
C. It would fulfil his dream of being an adventurer.
D. It’s too cold a destination with almost nothing.
5. What does the bold-lettered word “enterprise” in the last paragraph mean
A. career. B. adventure. C. business. D. service.
6. To realize his childhood dream, the author got .
A. physically prepared by experiencing great suffering
B. spiritually prepared by gaining his captain’s recognition
C. academically prepared by reading books on exploration
D. financially prepared by serving on a whale hunting ship
7. According to the text, the author is definitely a person full of .
A. courage B. fancy C. pride D. perseverance
【答案】4. B 5. B 6. A 7. D
C
Imagine finding yourself in a spoken word event (also known as performance poetry). You’re attracted by the performer on stage as he conveys his deepest thoughts to the room:
Today I bought you flowers,
How strange meanings can change,
What was once a symbol of joy is now one of pain,
A universal language for when you don’t know what to say.
The crowd is attentive but far from silent. Throughout the performance, you hear clapping and cheers, expressing approval of specific lines. And then the poem ends with thunderous applause and the poet returns to his seat. The performance has ended, but its energy continues to exist throughout the night.
Spoken word events are far from your standard poetry reading. Many people today think of poetry as a silent, individual act but it actually started as an oral tradition. Before mass literacy, poems and stories were shared verbally and performed to the public. In modern times, mass media provided audiences with alternative means of entertainment and the art of storytelling declined. The recent and increasing popularity of the spoken word is poetry returning to its oral roots.
The spoken word helps people achieve healing and emotional balance. It shares many benefits with written poetry, including helping us organize our thoughts, process our emotions and promote self-reflection. However, it’s not just the sharing of poetry that is healing. It’s the connections that form between the audience and the poet. This adds to the degree of social connection, which is central to the essence of spoken word poetry. Poets can freely be themselves without fear of judgment. Audience members who relate to the poet’s words also feel healing. Hearing someone who shares your feelings or experiences can make you feel less alone and more connected.
The spoken word is an unbelievably accessible art form. There are very few rules, and the form is interpreted fairly broadly. As long as you are performing an original piece which doesn’t include any offensive content, it will be accepted at a spoken word event.
8. Why is a spoken word performance described in the first paragraph
A. To explain the process of a spoken word event. B. To catch readers’ interest in the spoken word.
C. To emphasize the value of spoken word poetry. D. To encourage audience involvement in the event.
9. What’s the core of spoken word poetry according to the passage
A. The sharing of individual poems among performers.
B. The same feelings and experiences connecting people.
C. The promotion of self-reflection and emotional balance.
D. The extent of relationships between the poets and audience.
10. Based on the last paragraph, who will be welcome to perform spoken word events
A. Every individual with published work. B. Professional poets with published work.
C. Every individual with inoffensive original work. D. Professional poets with inoffensive original work.
11. What can be the best title of the passage
A. Spoken Word: More Than Just Poetry. B. Spoken Word: A New Trend in Performances.
C. Spoken Word: The Practice of Reading Aloud. D. Spoken Word: The Rising Appeal of Storytelling.
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. C 11. A
D
About 62m tonnes of electrical items ranging from computers to mobile phones, were abandoned globally in 2022. Typically, these electrical wastes are either burnt or treated with chemicals, like strong acids, to recover metals.
As these processes produce huge amounts of greenhouse gases and have poisonous by-products that are difficult to clear up, companies are developing a number of cleaner recycling methods. One of the most promising approaches turns to bacteria for help.
Bioleaching, as this process is called, is an old idea: more than 2,000 years ago, the water in copper mines was noticed to turn blue. It was not until the 1950s, though, after bacteria were found to be responsible for the phenomenon, that the process was commercialized to recover leftover material in the liquid.
When used outdoors, the process, though effective, can take months and is not very efficient. Contained within a modern processing plant, however, bioleaching can be sped up. The trick, according to Bioscope Technologies, an urban-mining company building a bioleaching plant in Cambridge, England, is to keep the bacteria in their preferred conditions that include a carefully controlled acidic environment, a warm temperature below 50℃ and a good supply of oxygen in their breeding tanks. Once these bacteria are mixed with the crushed electrical items in a reactor, they digest the metals within a day or two. Having done their stuff, the bacteria are moved to another breeding tank before being used again.
The resulting liquid is then treated in a number of ways to recover the metals. Gold quickly sinks to the bottom with the addition of a little water. An electric current passed through the liquid recovers copper in a manner similar to electroplating.
The process is capable of recovering almost all of the gold, silver, copper and palladium from the crushed electrical items, although the exact amount depends on the type of the items being recycled. PCBs from servers and telecoms equipment tend to contain the most precious metals, household appliances less so. The recovered gold and other metals are pure enough to be used again in electronics.
12. What is the third paragraph mainly about
A. The development of bioleaching. B. Problems with traditional methods.
C. Varieties of recycling approaches. D. The accidental discovery of bacteria.
13. Which of the following can help speed up bioleaching
A. Keeping the temperature constant. B. Leaving the breeding tank outdoors.
C. Putting more oxygen in the reactor. D. Creating a very acidic environment.
14. During bioleaching, the electroplating-like method is used to recover ______.
A. gold B. silver C. palladium D. copper
15. What can be learned from the last paragraph
A. PCBs contain the most precious metals. B. The recovered metals can be very pure.
C. Different items should be separated first. D. Household appliances should not be recycled.
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. B
第二节（共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Adopt a Healthier Lifestyle
Here are some of our tips to adopt a healthier lifestyle.
Make smart food choices.
It will be best if you eat healthily. Diet is a key part of a healthy lifestyle improvement. It’s not tough to have a healthy diet. ___16___
Get into the habit of exercising.
Complicated exercises should frighten you if you are not used to them. Instead, you can try to walk. ___17___ Your cardiovascular (心血管的) health will significantly benefit from this.
Increase your water intake.
Water is an essential part of everyone’s life. ___18___ The amount of water we should drink each day varies greatly based on what each person believes is the right amount. Still, many people believe two liters are best to maintain health.
___19___
Healthy mental and physical functions depend on a good night’s sleep. Relaxation such as yoga and meditation (冥想) can be beneficial if you have difficulty sleeping. Another option is to eat a snack before bed that will put your mind and body in a sleepy mode. Writing down any worries you have on paper will ease your anxiety. Enjoy a sound sleep to live with a good body and mind.
___20___ You are not likely to accomplish your aim by making sudden changes. By achieving smaller goals, you will progress in the right direction. You will gain a healthy lifestyle by making steady progress rather than huge changes all at once.
A. Take a bath after supper.
B. Quick walking for 30-60 minutes will increase your heart rate.
C. Our bodies need to have water, as they rely on it for almost everything.
D. There are many food variations and recipes you can select.
E. If time is short, have your meals prepared in advance.
F. It helps if you sleep well.
G. It would be helpful for you if you began your pursue for a healthy lifestyle now.
【答案】16. D 17. B 18. C 19. F 20. G
第三部分：语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In a small town lived a 15-year-old boy named Ben, who was interested in the secrets of nature. One day, while ___21___ the latest issue of National Geographic, he was greatly ___22___ by a story about a hidden cave (山洞) in a mountain, which was said to be filled with ___23___ rock formations, as their patterns and colors had never been seen by geologists before.
The story attracted Ben so much that he organized a small team with his friends to find a similar cave nearby. They spent weeks ___24___ the local area, studying maps and asking the elders for legends (传说) about hidden caves. Then they set off to the mountain in their town with ___25___ like flashlights, ropes, and first-aid kits.
Upon ___26___, they faced many challenges, including thick underbrush and strange noises which ___27___ them at times. After days of tireless efforts, they finally ___28___ a cave and entered it with ___29___, not knowing what was waiting for them. As they went deeper, they ____30____ the cave was more dangerous than they had expected. However, they used their knowledge and the tools to ____31____ the difficulties.
After a long time, they finally made an ____32____ discovery. They found a small pool, around which were some unusual plants shining in the dark. They ____33____ took samples (样本) and showed them to the local science museum when they came back, which ____34____ the museum workers. They praised the young team for their courage and curiosity.
Now, Ben and his friends are planning their next adventure, ____35____ to explore more of nature’s secrets.
21. A. contributing to B. looking through C. picking out D. searching for
22. A. harmed B. moved C. inspired D. confused
23. A. hard B. similar C. rough D. strange
24. A. exploring B. recording C. managing D. decorating
25. A. necessities B. advice C. gifts D. experience
26. A. graduation B. requirement C. arrival D. reflection
27. A. comforted B. encouraged C. attacked D. frightened
28. A. remembered B. spotted C. imagined D. created
29. A. confidence B. patience C. excitement D. contentment
30. A. realized B. heard C. explained D. recalled
31. A. oversee B. avoid C. present D. overcome
32. A. unrecognized B. unbearable C. unbelievable D. unaffected
33. A. freely B. carefully C. secretly D. awkwardly
34. A. impressed B. concerned C. alarmed D. reminded
35. A. hesitant B. anxious C. thankful D. afraid
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 24. A 25. A 26. C 27. D 28. B 29. C 30. A 31. D 32. C 33. B 34. A 35. B
第二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
As a traditional Chinese art form dating back ___36___the Ming Dynasty, Qinqiang Opera has recently regained popularity through both online and offline platforms. The An Wan Qinqiang Opera troupe’s performance in Lanzhou, Gansu province, attracted tens of thousands of ___37___(fan),proving its timeless charm across ages.
___38___(recognize) as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2006, Qinqiang Opera features intense rhythms and high-pitched(很高的)singing performed in Shaanxi dialect. ___39___(traditional) accompanied by percussion instruments like drums and cymbals, it presents historical and legendary stories through vibrant costumes and bold makeup.
While once mainly popular among older audiences, ___40___ art form now attracts younger enthusiasts. During recent performances, many children and teenagers joined middle-aged fans in the crowd. A father surnamed Li brought his fifth-grade son ___41___(experience) this cultural treasure, saying “I want him to understand our heritage.”
The troupe’s online success has been achieved impressively. So far, their January 8 performance ___42___(receive) over 2 million views on Kuaishou. Social media statistics reveal that 300,000 of their 1.2 million followers ___43___(born) after 1990. An Wan, ___44___is the troupe leader, expressed delight at seeing growing youth interest.
This cultural revival(复兴)shows how traditional arts can maintain their essence(本质)while adapting to modern platforms, _____45_____(ensure) their survival in the digital age.
【答案】36. to 37. fans
38. Recognized
39. Traditionally
40. the 41. to experience
42. has received
43. were born
44. who 45. ensuring
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 你校为庆祝“世界诗歌日(World Poetry Day)”举办了一系列关于诗歌的活动。请你为校英语报写一篇报道，内容包括：
1．活动目的；
2．活动内容；
3．活动反响。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Activities for World Poetry Day
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【答案】 Activities for World Poetry Day
To celebrate World Poetry Day, our school held a series of activities about poetry. Teachers and students took an active part in the activities, creating poems in different forms, styles and even languages to describe our motherland, hometown, school and happy life. Several lectures on poetry attracted many students. There were also performances of poetry recitation. We all agree that poetry speaks to our common heart, transforming the simplest words into a love of truth, kindness and beauty. Everyone present benefits a lot from the event and is looking forward to the event of the next year.
第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Near my home, there exists a charming little lake, equipped with a long walking path that winds its way gracefully around the water’s edge. When my kid, Tony, was young, we often drove there a few times a week. We liked to walk on the path. We could breathe fresh air and enjoy the beauty of nature.
One Autumn day, as we arrived at our usual destination, I couldn’t help but notice that the path, which had always been a source of such delight, was looking rather dirty. There was a lot of ugly trash on the path. It was obviously left by some walkers. And that made the lake lose its charm. When we started walking, after just a short while, we saw another piece of trash spoiling the nice view. Then Tony said that we could pick up the trash and make the lake a little cleaner. I agreed and so we bent down, picked up the trash, and put it in a bag. Before we made our way back to the car, I looked at the nearly full trash bag, and then I walked over to a nearby trash can to empty it. We didn’t pay much attention to that behavior after we returned. And our lives were the same as before.
One Thursday, when Tony came back from school, he told me that his school expected all the students to do something meaningful around them. And he asked me what he could do and what was a meaningful thing. Until that time, I just didn’t recall the park. So we were seeking things to do in the following days.
That weekend, we drove to the park with the intention of unwinding and having a pleasant time. We saw many children playing there and Tony said that he would join them later. As we drew closer to the walk path that encircles the charming lake, we noticed some scattered trash here and there. At that moment, I thought of Tony’s assignment and then a sudden inspiration struck me.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I told Tony I knew what meaningful thing he could do.
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Seeing our efforts, more people joined us.
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【答案】One possible version:
I told Tony I knew what meaningful thing he could do. I said, “Remember when we picked up trash here last time Let’s do it again. It’ll make the park beautiful and is a great project for your school.” Tony’s eyes immediately lit up with excitement, his face glowing with anticipation. “That’s a wonderful idea, Mom!” he exclaimed. Then we quickly got the gloves and trash bags from the car and got right to work, gathering trash along the path. Tony was especially enthusiastic, darting from one piece of litter to the next.
Seeing our efforts, more people joined us. The children, who had been playing nearby, also came over, their eyes wide with curiosity and eagerness. With so many hands, the clean-up went much faster. We not only cleared the path but also organized a small awareness campaign about keeping the park clean. Tony was beaming with pride as he realized how much impact his simple act could have. This experience has taught him that even a small deed can inspire a big change and make the world a better place.

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